May the Fourth be with you, Lakeland! The lineman called for a little help!
Month: May 2021
Now Hiring Pita Pit
Inquire within – 127 S. Kentucky Ave. is hiring. “Must be open to working lunch and…
The Terrace Hotel & Grille
has opens for the following jobs: Sales & Events Coordinator Part Time Housekeeper / Rooms Attendant…
Now Hiring Welders
Pay $19.64/hrMonday – Friday with occasional Saturdays 7AM – FinishMust be able to:Weld on equipment fabricated…
United Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Inc.
We are looking to grow and are currently hiring for:Qualified Maintenance, Service, and Install Technicians.Duct Remediation…
A new pilot program called “The Squeeze” starts July 1 downtown
Erin Killebrew, director of external affairs, said the program is a fresh alternative to public transportation.…
Lakeland Commercial and Residential Beautification Award winners
Congratulations to these Commercial and Residential Beautification Award winners! To nominate a residential or commercial location…
Controversy surrounds Disneyland ride and kiss with Snow White while she’s unconscious
Just days after reopening to the public, Disneyland is getting caught up in controversy and it all…
LFD hires seven new firefighters and one firefighter intern
The Lakeland Fire Department (LFD) is pleased to announce the hiring of seven new firefighters and…
Did You Know
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that a police reform bill is headed to Governor DeSantis…
Tornadoes prevailed 49-34
Last night’s game was hard-fought against an extremely tough team, the Mississippi Raiders. The Tornadoes prevailed…
Heroism Awards
At today’s City Commission Meeting, Heroism Awards were presented by Lakeland Police Chief Ruben Garcia to…
PROCLAMATIONS: Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, May 3, 2021, and Police Week, May 9-15, 2021
Here to receive the Proclamation is Ruben Garcia – Police Chief for the City of Lakeland.…
PROCLAMATIONS: Older Americans Month, May 2021
Here to receive the Proclamation is Laura Rodriquez, Executive Director of Lakeland Vision, and Liz Craven,…
PROCLAMATIONS: Day of Prayer, May 6, 2021
Here to receive the Proclamation is Pastor Jon Friedt of Believers’ Fellowship in Lakeland. Day of…
Thank you, Lakeland Rotary Club
At today’s Lakeland City Commission Meeting, Joel Ivy, President of the Lakeland Rotary Club (also, Lakeland…
Fire Crews battle 11,500-acre brush fire in the Everglades
Fire crews are battling a large brush fire in the Everglades, according to the Florida Forestry…
Former Terrace Hotel In Lakeland, Florida, Reopens As Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
329 E. Main, LLC, owners of the historic hotel at 329 East Main Street, Lakeland, Fla.,…
Gov. Ron DeSantis suspends all local pandemic emergency orders
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is continuing to push back against the ideas of lockdowns and restrictions…
Lakeland Chamber Delivers Letter to Congress Supporting $18 Billion in Recovery Support for Creative Economy
Lakeland, FL — Lakeland Chamber joins a coalition of 113 chambers of congress in 46 states…
Work on your Mother’s Day Memories
Dr. Glenn Mollette Plan your telephone call to say hello to mom this Sunday. Better yet,…
Track Municipal Run-Off Election Night Results Online
Polk County Supervisor of Elections, Lori Edwards invites voters in the cities of Haines City and…
Haines City ‘votercade’ to support John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
Polk County residents concerned about attacks by lawmakers on free and accessible elections will come together…
Demon Slayer: Mugen Train Movie Review
By Bob Garver Here’s a movie I didn’t expect to be reviewing two weeks ago.…
Lakeland takes the silver screen
Premiering this fall: “The People Who Live There” — a locally produced documentary with the city of Lakeland at the…
Lakeland Commissioners List of Priorities for 2022
As Lakeland Commissioners agreed planning workshop these 10 priorities are key strategies for the growth and…
Will Gov. Ron DeSantis be Former President Donald Trump’s running mate in 2024?
Former President Donald Trump floated Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as a potential running mate in 2024…
Hundreds of school coaches throughout Polk County are getting trained and certified in critical life-saving techniques
Hundreds of school coaches throughout Polk County are getting trained and certified in critical life-saving techniques,…
What Pet Owners Need to know if they have a Green Iguanas as a Pet
Iggy the green iguana maybe your child’s beloved pet. However, as of Thursday, he’s also illegal.…
Mask requirement extended through Sept. 13 says TSA
The Transportation Security Administration announced Friday that masks would continue to be required on all transportation…
Plane crash
Emergency responders from LakelandPD and Lakeland Fire Department are on the scene of a plane crash…
Charlie Crist expected to announce a bid for governor next week
Charlie Crist, the state’s former Republican governor turned Democratic congressman, is expected to announce next week…
Cockfighting site located in South Lakeland PCSO investigating
The arrest of a Lakeland man this week for allegedly threatening to kill an 80-year-old relative…